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      community Hello again with my second journey

      in Transplants  78 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hair loss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.

      community maybe some of you need to hear this

      in Chat  326 upvotes 3 years ago
      Coping with hair loss, the effects of finasteride and minoxidil, and strategies for maintaining self-esteem while experiencing hair loss.

      community Finasteride affects both 5a reductase and 5b reductase

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      Finasteride not only inactivates the 5a reductase enzyme but also affects the 5b reductase enzyme in a dose-dependent manner, which can impact sexual behavior and brain activity. The user experienced significant hair regrowth and side effects on 1mg of finasteride, which diminished after reducing the dose to 0.5mg, leading to no side effects and further hair improvement.

      community Lost ground on Dut, Min, RU, etc (5 yrs… 2021->2026)

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using a combination of treatments including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy to address hair loss but continues to experience shedding and density loss. Despite high testosterone and iron levels, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is considering adjusting treatment or exploring other options like a hair transplant.

      community Almost fully recovered from 2nd shed

      in Progress Pictures  137 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride and topical minoxidil but faced a setback with a second hair shedding. They switched to oral minoxidil and reported about 80% recovery of their previous gains after six months.

      community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.

      community Doing nuclear stack. Is there anything else I could do?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a comprehensive hair regrowth regimen including Dutasteride, Finasteride, microneedling, RU58841, oral and topical Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Vitamin D3. Suggestions include dropping Finasteride, increasing Dutasteride, and considering additional treatments like caffeine, melatonin, and laser therapy, while emphasizing the effectiveness of Dutasteride and Minoxidil.

      community Questions regarding starting Dermarolling, Rogaine foam, retinal/retinol

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses using Rogaine (minoxidil foam) for hair loss, with questions about enhancing its effectiveness with tretinoin or retinol and incorporating dermarolling. The user has been using finasteride for 7 years and is considering starting minoxidil despite concerns about shedding.

      community Is regrowth normally painfully slow?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing slow but solid hair regrowth using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, keto shampoo, microneedling, RU58841, and rosemary oil. Another user suggests being grateful for the dense coverage.

      community Topical Finasteride: 130 Day Update

      in Finasteride  9 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user tried a home-brew topical finasteride regimen for 120 days with initial benefits but no long-term improvement, leading to continued hair shedding. They switched to oral finasteride, experiencing mild testicle discomfort but no changes in libido or erections, and plan to continue this regimen for 120 days.

      community Update to fin 0.25 mg, 4x/week

      in Progress Pictures  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      User reported initial hair regrowth with 0.25 mg finasteride taken four times a week, experiencing a second shedding phase, and no side effects. They also mentioned using RU58841 without success and plan to stop after a year.

      community What’s the science behind 1mg Finasteride 3 X a week being as effective as daily?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      The efficacy of taking 1mg finasteride three times a week instead of daily for hair loss, with some users arguing that it is just as effective because finasteride has a long half-life in the scalp tissue and lower doses have been shown to be effective. Other users suggest experimenting with various treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride to achieve best results.

      community Is my current doseage viable? (Trans)

      in Transgender  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is taking Dutasteride, Finasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, and Progesterone for hair regrowth and is considering adding Minoxidil and rosemary oil. They are experiencing some hair regrowth and are consulting a dermatologist to avoid a hair transplant.
      28M - Hair and Treatment Concerns

      community 28M - Hair and Treatment Concerns

      in General  120 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 28-year-old male is concerned about hair loss and is considering starting oral minoxidil now and finasteride after having more children due to fertility concerns. He is worried about losing more hair if he waits four years to begin treatment.

      community Regenera Activia stem cells vs Exosomes (Cellgenic)?

      in Treatments  32 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Regenera Activia stem cells versus Cellgenic exosomes for hair loss treatment. The user has been using topical minoxidil 5% and 0.001% estradiol for a year without results.

      community microneedling and tretinoin efficiency

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling combined with tretinoin is discussed for its effectiveness in treating hair loss. Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also mentioned as potential treatments.

      community 33M 1mg finasteride + topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 33-year-old man shares his positive hair regrowth results using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% topical minoxidil twice daily, and a 0.5mm dermaroller weekly. He feels more confident and encourages others to try the routine despite potential side effects.

      community Oral minoxidil - how important is dermastamping?

      in Microneedling 5 months ago
      A trans woman is using 10 mg oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and estradiol for hair regrowth and is also doing dermastamping despite the pain. Users discuss the benefits of dermastamping for serum absorption and hair follicle stimulation, with some expressing surprise at the high minoxidil dosage.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

      community How’s RCH-01 doing?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      RCH-01's progress is uncertain, and there's skepticism about its effectiveness. Users are losing hope in this treatment.